West Berkshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in East Shefford
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes across East Shefford, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Failed seams and laps
What we’re asked to look at in East Shefford
Other trades on the roof can puncture the waterproofing. Engineers fitting equipment, solar panels or aerials may leave damage behind.
We’re often asked to look at:
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
Anyone responsible for a site like Shefford C.E. Primary School will know that a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Will the report include photos?
Electronic leak detection in East Shefford
You get a report showing the location of each breach, with photos. Your roofer can then repair those points rather than guessing. We don’t estimate repair costs; that is for your roofer to price. Testing again after repairs can confirm the breaches have been dealt with, where the roof still suits the method. Results come in a written report with photos. We’re frequently asked to look into punctures from foot traffic or tools and gaps at membrane joints, across flat roof membranes, commercial flat roofs and roof terraces and balconies.
In a small place like East Shefford, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- East Shefford (RG17, RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What electronic leak detection doesn’t cover
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Fixing the holes we find
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- The extent of water in the insulation
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
Useful tips for East Shefford property owners
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Do not let outlets block
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Find the breach before more patching
- Tell us about the membrane and build-up if you know it
If water has been getting in, insulation under the membrane may be wet. Your roofer can advise on that, and moisture readings can help.
Act on leaks quickly. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
Flat and commercial roofs around East Shefford
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
If you let a flat or house near Kintbury station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. If you live in an older home near St Thomas' Church, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
East Shefford is about 7 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in East Shefford can all book electronic leak detection, with a written report and photographs every time. Across West Berkshire, we cover East Shefford and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Every address in RG17 and RG20 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Great Shefford (1 mile north-west), Weston (1 mile south-east), Wickham (2 miles south), Shefford Woodlands (2 miles south-west) and East Garston (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (7 miles south-east), Thatcham (9 miles south-east), Speenhamland (7 miles south-east), Hungerford (5 miles south-west), Lambourn (5 miles north-west) and Shaw (7 miles south-east).
What’s near East Shefford
East Shefford’s nearest station is Kintbury station, roughly 4.7 miles south of the centre. Not far away are Sole Common Pond.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
Roof by roof
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Small holes in liquid waterproofing may leak. ELD can help locate them on suitable roofs.
Bituminous membranes
Bituminous roofs often have laps and old repairs that can leak. We test where the roof suits it.
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East Shefford questions
Do you cover smaller places like East Shefford?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is my home in East Shefford listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How does ELD work?
ELD passes a small electrical current across the roof to locate holes in the membrane. A breach lets the current through so we can pinpoint it.
How is ELD priced?
Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. Size, build-up and access all affect the price. To get a quote, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What do I do with the report?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes a length of time set by the membrane area and the build-up, which we set out in the quote. Somewhere like East Shefford needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.